The Nasdaq-100 index is showing increased volatility compared to the S&P 500, driven by a surge in demand for put options, which are used to hedge against potential declines. This shift from call options to puts reflects growing caution among investors about the future of high-flying tech stocks, particularly as momentum in AI and semiconductor sectors slows. Despite this, call option demand remains relatively high, indicating some ongoing optimism. Seasonal factors like typically lower summer volatility in the S&P 500 also contribute to the widening volatility gap between the two indexes. Investors are watching closely as this could signal potential downside risks for tech stocks ahead.
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